Sahora Jattan - Gangath, Kangra
Sahora Jattan is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Chaloh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahora Jattan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahora Jattan is 008394. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.84 hectares and falls under the 176204 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Sahora Jattan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahora Jattan
According to the 2011 Census, Sahora Jattan village had a total population of 73 people, including 42 males and 31 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 738 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.89%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 85.71%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Sahora Jattan
Sahora Jattan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sahora Jattan
Sahora Jattan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Sahora Jattan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahora Jattan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahora Jattan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahora Jattan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahora Jattan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahora Jattan
Where is Sahora Jattan located?
Sahora Jattan village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahora Jattan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahora Jattan is Chaloh.
What is the pincode of Sahora Jattan?
The pincode of Sahora Jattan is 176204.
What is the population of Sahora Jattan?
Sahora Jattan had a total population of 73, including 42 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Sahora Jattan?
Sahora Jattan had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahora Jattan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahora Jattan was 86.89%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 85.71%.